Physiotherapist A0 at Central University Hospital Of Butare (CHUB), Deadline Jan 29, 2025
Job responsibilities
Supervise the activities of physical therapy Technicians Evaluate a patient’s condition and develop an appropriate physical rehabilitation plan Help patients to improve their mobility Participate in risk management and Infection control activities Relieve patient’s pain using exercises, hands-on therapy, stretching, and physical therapy devices Advise patients about exercises and movement to recover from accident, illness or injury Undertake assessment of musculoskeletal patients, including those with diverse and complex presentations/multi pathologies using clinical reasoning skills and physical assessment techniques Provide accurate physiotherapeutic interventions reacting immediately to a patients‟ response to treatment by varying the use of manual/therapeutic handling techniques. Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals; gain valid informed consent to treatment and to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to give informed consent. Liaise with colleagues in all physiotherapy teams to identify the most suitable programs to suit patient needs. Ensure compliance to all policies, procedures, standard operating practices, with recommendations for action and continuous improvement. Participate in-service education program Ensure compliance to all policies, procedures, standard operating practices, with recommendations for action and continuous improvement Ensure accurate and comprehensive assessment and treatment records are maintained on patients receiving physiotherapy and to be responsible for correspondence and reports relating to own patient caseload Maintain competency to practice through CPD activities, and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development Work six rosters including Saturday and remain flexible where necessary to support acute inpatient areas of the Trust and respond to the requirements of the musculoskeletal service Collect and report regularly patient statistics Participate in-service training of Physiotherapy Interns, students, house staff and other health professionals, as assigned Keeps abreast of advances in the field of physiotherapy through conferences, seminars, continuing education and scientific journals Participate in clinical programs; training Physiotherapy staff, students, interns, externs, residents, and health care professionals
Qualifications
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1Bachelor’s degree in Physioterapy
Required competencies and key technical skills
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1Communication skills
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2Good knowledge of Rwanda Health System
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3Knowledge of clinical services Policy and procedure